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Laugh, Clown, Laugh (1928)

“What did he hide behind his painted smile?”

  • 73 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 7.5/10 (2146 votes)

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Plot

In a world bathed in laughter and tears, professional jesters Tito and Simon find an abandoned infant girl during their wanderings, deciding to raise her as their own and christen her Simonetta. As she matures, Simonetta blooms into a stunning circus performer, captivating audiences with her charm and talent. One fateful day, while on a quest for roses, she trespasses into the lush garden of the enigmatic Count Luigi Ravelli, instantly bewitching his heart with her innocent beauty. However, Simonetta retreats hastily, leaving the Count yearning for her captivating presence. Meanwhile, Ravelli seeks medical help for his bouts of uncontrolled laughter, a condition that mirrors Tito's own struggle with spontaneous bouts of weeping. This shared affliction cements an unexpected friendship between the two, as they pledge to aid one another in overcoming their unusual ailments. But their bond is tested when they realize they both harbor deep, unspoken love for the enchanting Simonetta, igniting a tumultuous love triangle that threatens to upend their lives.

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Laugh, Clown, Laugh is a drama movie featuring Loretta Young.

Laugh, Clown, Laugh is currently streaming on DIRECTV.